WhatsApp: News

WhatsApp Messenger, commonly referred to as just WhatsApp, is a Facebook-owned instant messaging service. The free-to-use cross-platform centralized service allows users to send messages, images, documents, locations, and other content via end-to-end encrypted conversations. To sign up, one requires an Internet connection and a valid mobile phone number. Today, WhatsApp can be downloaded on iOS and Android, while the Windows app is essentially a version of WhatsApp Web. The web interface mandates that users remain connected to the Internet using their mobile phone while they use WhatsApp on a desktop browser. As of August 2021, WhatsApp claims to be developing multi-device support so each device can connect to WhatsApp servers independently, without requiring an active internet connection on the primary phone. WhatsApp also features VOIP voice and video calling support. By 2015, WhatsApp had achieved the status of the world's most popular messaging application. As of February 2020, it claimed to service over 2 billion users. However, a poorly worded change in WhatsApp's terms of service caused the app to lose several thousand users. Regular Facebook data leaks and its involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal didn't help matters either.

15 Jan 2024

iOS

WhatsApp nears launch of poll-sharing feature on Android and iOS

WhatsApp is inching closer to launching its much-anticipated poll-sharing feature, as the beta version of the app now allows select users to share polls in channels.

13 Jan 2024

Android

WhatsApp beta for Android brings new settings to manage updates

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature with its Android beta version 2.24.2.13, which allows users to manage app updates through the preinstalled Meta App Manager application.

11 Jan 2024

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp rolls out new feature, fixes for Android and iOS

WhatsApp has introduced new text formatting tools in its Android beta version 2.24.2.9, aimed at enhancing user experience.

07 Jan 2024

Meta

WhatsApp to let you share music audio during video calls

WhatsApp's latest beta update for Android, version 2.24.1.19, has introduced a new feature that lets users share video and music audio during video calls.

06 Jan 2024

iOS

WhatsApp to let users choose app's main color: Here's how

WhatsApp is rolling out a new update via the TestFlight beta program, bumping up the beta version on iOS to 24.1.10.70.

05 Jan 2024

Android

WhatsApp working on new features for Windows and Android

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature for its Windows native app through the official beta channel on the Microsoft Store.

02 Jan 2024

Technology

WhatsApp banned nearly 7 crore accounts in India in 2023

WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Facebook, banned nearly seven crore (6,93,07,254) accounts in India from January to November 2023, according to its monthly reports.

02 Jan 2024

Android

WhatsApp to end free Google Drive backups: Check alternative solutions

WhatsApp is ending the free Google Drive storage space that Android users have enjoyed for saving chat history, including photos and videos.

28 Dec 2023

Telegram

WhatsApp tests username feature for web client: How it works

WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will let users create unique usernames for their profiles. A similar feature is in the works for Android and is now being developed for the web version as well.

28 Dec 2023

Meta

Best WhatsApp features released in 2023

Meta rolled out a slew of exciting new features for WhatsApp this year, making the popular messaging app even more user-friendly.

25 Dec 2023

Technology

WhatsApp introduces new keyboard shortcuts, revamped menu bar on Mac

WhatsApp has rolled out a fresh update for its Mac desktop app, featuring new keyboard shortcuts and a revamped menu bar.

21 Dec 2023

Uttar Pradesh

Wife donates kidney to sick brother, gets 'talaq' from husband

In a shocking development from Uttar Pradesh, a man reportedly gave "triple talaq" to his wife over WhatsApp after she informed him that she donated a kidney to her sick brother.

19 Dec 2023

Instagram

WhatsApp will soon let you share statuses to Instagram

WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will allow users to share their status updates directly to Instagram, as reported by WABetaInfo.

18 Dec 2023

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp Web introduces filters for personal and group chats

WhatsApp is introducing a new chat filter feature for its web client, designed to help users better organize their group and personal conversations.

17 Dec 2023

Android

WhatsApp finally adds this long-standing feature to channels

WhatsApp is launching a fresh Android beta update, version 2.23.26.16, via the Google Play Beta Program, which brings the automatic album feature to channels.

16 Dec 2023

Google

Google Messages introduces background wallpaper for RCS chats

Google has introduced a new background wallpaper feature for Rich Communication Services (RCS) chats in its Messages app, reported 9to5Google.

15 Dec 2023

Technology

WhatsApp makes it easier to share statuses on Android

WhatsApp has introduced a fresh layout for the status updates header, which is currently accessible to beta users.

13 Dec 2023

iOS

Now, you can pin messages on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that lets users pin messages in both individual and group chats.

12 Dec 2023

Technology

Top 5 features coming to WhatsApp Channels

'Channels' is among the most significant features WhatsApp has gained this year. It is a one-way broadcast tool that provides updates from leaders, content creators, artists, sports teams, and so on.

11 Dec 2023

Google

Google Messages may soon allow editing sent texts like WhatsApp

Google is developing a new facility for its Messages app, that would allow users to edit sent messages, as revealed by code found by TheSpAndroid.

08 Dec 2023

Technology

How to send self-destructing voice messages on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is stepping up its game by extending the 'view once' feature to audio messages, giving users the ability to send disappearing voice messages.

06 Dec 2023

Technology

WhatsApp could soon let you share music during video calls

WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will enable users to share music and other audio files during screen sharing in video calls.

05 Dec 2023

iOS

iPhone users can now filter WhatsApp status updates: Here's how

WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users filter status updates and view them in a vertical list.

04 Dec 2023

iOS

WhatsApp now allows sharing original quality photos, videos as files

WhatsApp has launched a fresh update for iOS, which now lets you send media files in their original quality.

03 Dec 2023

Facebook

WhatsApp to soon let users share statuses directly to Instagram

WhatsApp has constantly been exploring innovative methods for users to share status updates on various platforms.

02 Dec 2023

Android

How WhatsApp's audio addition to screen-sharing feature to improve utility

WhatsApp appears to be enhancing its screen-sharing feature by adding audio capabilities, which could improve user experience during presentations and several other tasks.

02 Dec 2023

iOS

How to invite new admins to WhatsApp channels on iOS

WhatsApp is now rolling out the ability to invite new admins to channels on iOS.

01 Dec 2023

Telegram

Akin to Telegram, WhatsApp will let you search using usernames

WhatsApp is gearing up to launch a new feature, which will remind you of Telegram.

30 Nov 2023

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp introduces 'Secret Code' feature for enhanced chat privacy

WhatsApp is stepping up its privacy game with a new "Secret Code" feature, adding an extra layer of protection to your most sensitive conversations.

28 Nov 2023

iOS

WhatsApp beta introduces sticker-sharing feature for Channels: How to use

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature for Channel owners, allowing them to share stickers with their followers, as reported byWABetaInfo.

26 Nov 2023

Windows PC

WhatsApp restores 'view once' feature for desktop apps

WhatsApp is bringing back the feature to send "view once" photos and videos for its desktop apps, a year after it was removed.

25 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp beta for Android adds profile info in chats

WhatsApp is developing a feature that will display the profile information of your contacts within the chats, and this functionality is expected to be included in an upcoming app update.

24 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp's new feature will help admins restore suspended Channels

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let Channel owners request a review for their suspended channels, which could help address potential violations more effectively.

21 Nov 2023

iOS

WhatsApp adds email verification feature for iPhone users

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that enables users to link an email address to their accounts, as part of the latest update for iOS (version 23.24.70).

19 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp introduces new status updates filter feature: How it works

WhatsApp has unveiled a fresh update via the Google Play Beta Program, bringing its version to 2.23.25.3.

18 Nov 2023

Lewis Hamilton

WhatsApp, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 team announce multi-year partnership

WhatsApp, the popular private messaging platform, has embarked on a multi-year collaboration with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 team.

18 Nov 2023

Meta

WhatsApp introduces new icons for chat attachment view on iOS

WhatsApp's latest update has brought fresh icons to the chat attachment view on iOS, providing users with a contemporary experience when deciding what to share during a conversation.

17 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp is highlighting AI-powered chats with new shortcut button

WhatsApp is working on an exciting new feature called AI chats, which is meant to help users with daily tasks, by providing suggestions and recommendations.

16 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp beta lets users view status updates within chat screen

WhatsApp just made it a whole lot easier to view statuses. Beta users can now check status updates directly from the chat screen.

15 Nov 2023

Google Drive

How to manage storage as WhatsApp ends unlimited backup facility 

WhatsApp has confirmed that it will discontinue the unlimited Google Drive backups for Android users, a feature that was introduced in 2015.